Library Services Technician

Job Description Summary Organization's Summary Statement: The Frederick Douglass Library at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applicants to apply for a full-time, non-exempt position with full benefits. Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, paid leave (Exempt positions start at 22 days annual, non-exempt positions start at 11 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year). Overtime, shift-differential and on-call pay (non-exempt positions only). The Library Services Technician position will support the evening hours that are maintained for students, faculty, and staff. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week evening position - Sunday-Thursday (1:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.) The schedule during intersessions and summer will be assigned. Responsibilities: Under general supervision, performs assigned tasks within one or more library functional areas. Primary duties include: • Process inter-library lending requests including processing, packaging, retrieving and returning items utilizing library software as systems. • Monitor the circulation desk to assist patrons with checkouts, check-ins, directions, printing and computer issues. • Under the direction of a librarian, supervise the assigned task of evening student workers. • Maintain local physical collections to include preparing materials for routine identification and replacement of lost materials, and shipping and receiving processes for library materials. • Performing other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • Ability to learn and understand library terminology and functions. • Ability to communicate effectively to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library users and staff. • Ability to learn emerging library methods and skills. • Ability to operate standard library and office equipment. • Ability to lift, transport, sort, and shelve library materials Physical Demands: • May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk. • May require lifting up to 25 lbs. • Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. • Requires operation of a variety of office equipment. Preferences: • One to two years of experience directly related to the major duties of the position in a school or academic library. • Experience in Microsoft Office products. • Customer service experience. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED AND Two years of experience directly related to the primary duties of the position. Additional Job Details Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Best Consideration Date: N/A Posting Close Date: N/A Open Until Filled: Yes Department UMES-LBSC-Library Sciences Worker Sub-Type Staff Regular Salary Range $43,000 EEO Statement UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Diversity Statement The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation. Title IX Statement It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment. Welcome to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Employment Website! The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff to support the student-centered mission of our university. Founded in 1886, the University is a Historically Black, Land Grant University with over 30 degree programs housed on a campus of over 50 buildings on over 1,100 acres. With an atmosphere of collegiality and a commitment to go from Excellence to Eminence, UMES is not only a great place to work, but it is a place to express your passion for educating students, develop your personal career goals, and to make a difference in the community, the state, and the world beyond. Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the university is a beautiful place to work and call home. Thank you for your interest in employment with our University. Hawk Pride, Catch It! Learn more EEO Statement UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship. Human Resources Our Human Resources office is committed to supporting the mission of University of Maryland Eastern Shore by recruiting, developing, and retaining talented employees. Learn more Contact Us If you have questions, please call the Office of Human Resources at (410) 651-6400.